Chirp No. 12 - KAHN






Chirp No. 12 - KAHN
Inspired by the enduring legacy of Estonian-born American architect Louis Kahn—whose monumental yet poetic architecture redefined modernism—this birdhouse draws from his language of mass, light, and carved voids. Kahn’s reverence for elemental form and his masterful interplay of structure and illumination inform the essence of this design.
A primary nesting volume, expressed as a minimal inner cube, is enveloped by a larger protective outer cube—offering spatial depth and shielding the nest from sun, wind, and rain. Echoing Kahn’s signature approach, circular apertures are carved into three faces of the outer shell, revealing glimpses of the inner cube, the entry point, and subtly, the Chirp Birdhouse logo alongside the numeral 12. Ventilation is achieved through slender gaps between the nested volumes, allowing air to move through the structure while maintaining the clarity and integrity of the form. The result is a quiet monument to shelter, form, and light—scaled for avian life.
Bird Species: Various Types of Finches
Birdhouse Placement: Finches: Install 5-10’ above the ground in backyards on trees, posts, side of buildings, or porches.
What’s In Your Delivered Package: The birdhouse will be delivered as a kit of parts which requires to be assembled (assembly instructions included). Assembly will require exterior grade wood glue (included in your Chirp box). If the option of preassembled is selected prior to purchasing, the birdhouse will be shipped fully assembled. We want you to enjoy your purchase, but if you are not completely satisfied, we have a Return and Exchange policy.
Assembly Level of Difficulty: ★★★☆
Made with Marine Grade Mahogany Plywood. Wood grain, color, and finish may vary. (The birdhouse will weather and gray over time; to protect and maintain the color, finish and integrity of the mahogany, you can apply any high quality oil stain as desired.)
9” L x 9” W x 9” H (Overall) - 6” W x 6”H x 6” D (Interior)
Designed and Fabricated in the USA
Please allow up to 10 business days for your order to be shipped. Thank you!